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Roasted Beet Jam Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: About 1.5 cups
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This Roasted Beet Jam is a vibrant and flavorful condiment made by roasting fresh beets to bring out their natural sweetness, then simmering them with spices, sugar, and vinegar to create a tangy and aromatic spread. Perfect for pairing with goat cheese, crusty bread, or as a unique topping for roasted meats, this jam adds a delightful earthy-sweet punch to any dish.

Ingredients

Beets and Roasting

  • 1 pound red beets, trimmed and scrubbed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Jam Mixture

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Roast: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each beet individually in foil and place them on a baking sheet. Roast the beets for 45 to 60 minutes until they are tender and easily pierced with a knife. This roasting step enhances the natural sweetness and earthy flavor of the beets.
  2. Cool and Prepare Beets: After roasting, allow the beets to cool slightly so they can be handled safely. Peel off their skins, which should slip off easily after roasting, then roughly chop the beets into pieces suitable for processing.
  3. Chop the Beets: Place the chopped beets in a food processor and pulse until they are finely chopped but not fully pureed. The texture should remain slightly chunky for the jam.
  4. Combine Ingredients and Simmer: Transfer the chopped beets to a saucepan over medium heat. Add the granulated sugar, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and water. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Cook to Jam Consistency: Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture cook for 15 to 20 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent sticking and to encourage thickening. Continue this until the mixture reaches a jam-like consistency.
  6. Cool and Store: Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the jam to cool completely. Once cooled, transfer the jam into clean jars and refrigerate. The jam can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks.

Notes

  • This jam pairs wonderfully with goat cheese, crusty bread, or as a unique topping for roasted meats.
  • Store the jam in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks to maintain freshness.
  • For longer storage, process the jam in a water bath according to safe canning guidelines to ensure preservation.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/roasted-beet-jam-recipe/